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Neighbors hear reports at meeting
By Kevin M. Kiley A new Web site, the impact of MetroLink's expansion on traffic, and construction projects were among the topics discussed at the 2002 Report to Washington University Neighbors meeting Oct. 29 in Steinberg Auditorium. The annual forum, co-hosted by Chancellor Mark S. Wrighton and the Washington University Neighbors Council, provides an opportunity for University neighbors to receive information, ask questions and voice concerns. Flint Fowler, co-chair of the neighbors council, announced the establishment of the Web site neighbors.wustl.edu -- the "Washington University Neighborhood Network." The site includes information on things such as events, the neighbors council, the community and off-campus security. Steven P. Hoffner, assistant vice chancellor for students and director of operations, discussed potential plans for accommodating traffic flow around the Hilltop Campus once MetroLink expansion begins this spring. Although Forest Park Parkway will be closed from Brentwood Boulevard to DeBaliviere Avenue for approximately 18 months to two years, Big Bend, Forsyth and Skinker boulevards will remain open. Hoffner emphasized that plans -- which include installing temporary traffic lights and diverting some traffic to Snow Way -- are tentative at this point. "Nothing is set in stone yet; we haven't firmed anything up," Hoffner said. "We're open to suggestions from the University's neighbors so that together we can come up with the best solutions possible." Executive Vice Chancellor Richard A. Roloff gave an update on the University's numerous new construction projects, including the Arts & Sciences Laboratory Teaching Building and Uncas A. Whitaker Hall for Biomedical Engineering. He also provided details on renovations to existing structures, such as Olin Library and the Greenway and Rosedale apartment buildings. Roloff said the University welcomed suggestions from the neighbors regarding what kinds of retail establishments should be sought for the first floor of the 276 Skinker Building, under construction at the northeast corner of Skinker and Forest Park Parkway. Wrighton said the recently established Neighborhood Security Patrol, which covers neighborhoods where the University owns off-campus housing, has been a helpful increase to security. The chancellor also discussed plans for the University's celebration of its 150th anniversary in academic year 2003-04, including an open house Sept. 14. "This will be an opportunity for the entire community to come to the campus, explore the campus, find out what we do here and participate in lectures, demonstrations and special programs," Wrighton said. "People will be able to explore some of our facilities and have a chance to interact with some of our faculty." Leah A. Merrifield, director of community relations, moderated a question-and-answer session with the neighbors and Wrighton, Roloff, Hoffner and James E. McLeod, vice chancellor for students and dean of the College of Arts & Sciences. Wrighton reiterated the University's strong interest in working through issues together with its neighbors. "We appreciate the opportunity to hear directly from you," he said. "We're always ready to engage you, and we're available all the time to receive your questions and suggestions." |
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